A Different Kind of Morning Coffee Most mornings, I make coffee the same way. I pop in a Keurig, press the button, and I have a hot, steaming cup of coffee in less than a minute. It’s fast, familiar, and gets the job done. But the other morning was different. This time, I decided to…
Every now and then, I get to leave Ohio and go someplace that feels just a little more exciting. This week? Detroit. I was especially excited because I’d be meeting my ESL student in Detroit for the very first time. (If you’re new here, you can catch the backstory in my intro post about how…
Ever feel like your life is kind of boring? Yeah, me too. For a while, I was trying to figure out what I had to offer—what made my content unique or worth sharing. As much as I enjoy creating mini-lessons, guides, and reference posts, I also wanted to share something more—something a little more personal….
4 Ways to Practice English Grammar in Conversation Let’s be honest—English grammar in conversations doesn’t have the best reputation. It’s often seen as boring, difficult, or something you just “get through” in school. But as someone who teaches English to students around the world, I’ve come to believe this: Grammar isn’t the enemy—it’s your secret…
Hi, I’m Lisa—welcome to my little corner of the internet! If you’re here, you’re probably learning English (or teaching it) and looking for real, useful, and encouraging support. That’s exactly what this site is all about—real-life English lessons for real people. I’ve been teaching English for years, and I’ve learned that confidence is just as…
Welcome! This is the best place to begin. Here, you’ll learn English with Lisa—in a way that feels clear, supportive, and real. I’ve taught students from around the world, and I understand how hard it can be to speak English with confidence. That’s why I focus on real-life English—the kind of English you actually use…